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Zucchini Fritters

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Zucchini Fritters

Zucchini Fritter

Ingredients

  • 2-3 medium zucchini, shredded (about 4 cups)
  • 1 heirloom tomato, diced
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/4 cup flour (or coconut flour if you’re looking for a GF option)
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 shredded parmesan cheese

Directions

  1. Shred the zucchini using a box grater, food processor or juicer. If you use the grater or food processor, you will need to squeeze out all the moisture from the zucchini before you add the rest of the ingredients. If you use a juicer (as I did when making these the other night) you can skip the moisture-draining step. Note: when using the food processor, the zucchini will have more of a potato texture than a shredded texture. Both options work great!
  2. Sprinkle with the salt and toss well. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  3. Add flour, egg and pepper. Stir to combine. Once mixed gently fold in tomato and cheese.
  4. Heat a large skillet (or griddle if you’re looking for a less greasy option) on medium-low heat.
  5. Pack a 1/4 cup measuring cup with the fritter mixture, pressing it down inside the cup. Turn the cup out onto the pan and flatten the zucchini until you get a patty.
  6. Cook on each side for 3-5 minutes or until nicely browned.
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Stuffed Patty Pan Squash

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Stuffed Patty Pan Squash
Stuffed Patty Pan Squash with Quinoa Filling
Stuffed Patty Pan Squash with Quinoa Filling

Recipe of the week, July 9:
Stuffed Patty Pan Squash (aka UFO squash, aka Summer Squash)

Ingredients:

  • Patty Pan squash
  • Quinoa
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • 3 Shallots, minced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 raisins (or more if you want!)
  • 1/4 pine nuts
  • fresh oregano, chopped

Directions:

  1. Cut a small amount off the shorter side of the squash to give your squash a good base.
  2. Cut the top off of the other side and scoop out the sides and the middle, leaving about 1/4 of the flesh. Roast in oven or on a BBQ.
  3. Bring 1 cup quinoa and 2 cups chicken stock to a boil and then turn to low heat. Cook with a lid on for 20 minutes or until all the liquid is absorbed.
  4. While the quinoa is cooking, saute the shallots, garlic, raisins and pine nuts in a pan until golden brown and set aside.
  5. Once quinoa is done, mix in the sautéed ingredients. Add fresh oregano and salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Stuff your squash with the quinoa mixture and enjoy!
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Shaved Summer Squash Salad

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Check out this recipe from HFO fans Alicia and Caleb!

You can view the complete recipe online at Epicurous

Shaved Summer Squash Salad

Ingredients:

  • 3 tablespoons whole almonds
  • 1 pound summer squash (a mix of green and yellow)
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 minced garlic clove
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • Baby arugula
  • Pecorino cheese

Directions:
Roast almonds and coarsely crush. Meanwhile, trim the ends off summer squash. Using a vegetable peeler, thinly slice the squash lengthwise into strips and transfer to a large bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic clove, and kosher salt to taste. Pour dressing over squash. Let stand for a few minutes, then add a few handfuls of baby arugula. Shave a little Pecorino over the squash and toss. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Garnish with the crushed almonds.